I couldn't find any recent discussion on the tutoring option so wanted to raise it. The consensus seems to be that if you tested 160+ diag, self-study may be the way to go instead of a class (provided you are motivated). I got 163 Diag, and am down to self study, but the best guidance I've found is the PithyPike posts. For more structure on a day to day basis, I saw LSATBlog weekly or daily schedules, but I don't like that so much of the material is on a website.

Can anyone offer advice on (1) other detailed solo studying plans, or (2) experiences they may have had with tutors.

Powerscore, Testmasters etc. offer tutors, but I wonder how helpful they are, and if the study schedule you work with is the same as the schedule for the classes? One of the options they offer is to book a tutor and then if you spend enough you get access to the online classes.

LSAT is so important that I'm willing to spend the bucks if it's worth it (I also work).

I tried using a kaplan tutor and hated it. They try to teach you one set method with various little tips and tricks but it really didn't help me get beyond what you are scoring now. I think the "cookie cutter" methods they used didn't really address the idividual problems and blocks I was having and I suspect that this would be a similar issue with any large company that has a set way of approaching the test. I tried self-studying after that, but it was still pretty difficult. It's like trying to learn math through a text book: you can grasp the simple stuff but it's really hard to fully understand the more complex concepts. You really need someone to break it down, show you how to do it, and provide you with various explinations and ways to think about it. When I tried another tutor, I avoided the mess of a big company with a set method. I went with a guy named Larkin. I believe he is in NYC but since I live in WV, he taught me over skype and it worked out very well. I ended up jumping 16 points and scoring at the 97th percentile. I think it worked so well because he tailored his style of teaching to fit my personal problems and individual learning style. His website is here: 180 Degrees LSAT Tutor . Hope this helps. PM me if you need/want any more information.

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lfrawley1101 wrote:I tried using a kaplan tutor and hated it. They try to teach you one set method with various little tips and tricks but it really didn't help me get beyond what you are scoring now. I think the "cookie cutter" methods they used didn't really address the idividual problems and blocks I was having and I suspect that this would be a similar issue with any large company that has a set way of approaching the test. I tried self-studying after that, but it was still pretty difficult. It's like trying to learn math through a text book: you can grasp the simple stuff but it's really hard to fully understand the more complex concepts. You really need someone to break it down, show you how to do it, and provide you with various explinations and ways to think about it. When I tried another tutor, I avoided the mess of a big company with a set method. I went with a guy named Larkin I believe he is in NYC but since I live in WV, he taught me over skype and it worked out very well. I ended up jumping 16 points and scoring at the 97th percentile. I think it worked so well because he tailored his style of teaching to fit my personal problems and individual learning style. His website is here: url=http://www.180degreeslsat.com]180 Degrees LSAT Tutor[/url] . Hope this helps. PM me if you need/want any more information. who now posts on TLS as lfrawley.

lfrawley1101 wrote:I tried using a kaplan tutor and hated it. They try to teach you one set method with various little tips and tricks but it really didn't help me get beyond what you are scoring now. I think the "cookie cutter" methods they used didn't really address the idividual problems and blocks I was having and I suspect that this would be a similar issue with any large company that has a set way of approaching the test. I tried self-studying after that, but it was still pretty difficult. It's like trying to learn math through a text book: you can grasp the simple stuff but it's really hard to fully understand the more complex concepts. You really need someone to break it down, show you how to do it, and provide you with various explinations and ways to think about it. When I tried another tutor, I avoided the mess of a big company with a set method. I went with a guy named Larkin I believe he is in NYC but since I live in WV, he taught me over skype and it worked out very well. I ended up jumping 16 points and scoring at the 97th percentile. I think it worked so well because he tailored his style of teaching to fit my personal problems and individual learning style. His website is here: url=http://www.180degreeslsat.com]180 Degrees LSAT Tutor[/url] . Hope this helps. PM me if you need/want any more information. who now posts on TLS as NYCLSATTutor

FTFY

FTFY

Altho I'll grant, that does look like an ad by someone trying to self promote, but I didn't write that and I am not lfrawley1101. I don't know if mods care enough, but if they so desired they could check but her IP address which should be vastly different than mine (I believe she is still in WV, and I am in NYC).

inthebeginning wrote:I couldn't find any recent discussion on the tutoring option so wanted to raise it. The consensus seems to be that if you tested 160+ diag, self-study may be the way to go instead of a class (provided you are motivated). I got 163 Diag, and am down to self study, but the best guidance I've found is the PithyPike posts. For more structure on a day to day basis, I saw LSATBlog weekly or daily schedules, but I don't like that so much of the material is on a website.

Can anyone offer advice on (1) other detailed solo studying plans, or (2) experiences they may have had with tutors.

Powerscore, Testmasters etc. offer tutors, but I wonder how helpful they are, and if the study schedule you work with is the same as the schedule for the classes? One of the options they offer is to book a tutor and then if you spend enough you get access to the online classes.

LSAT is so important that I'm willing to spend the bucks if it's worth it (I also work).

Do as many practice tests as possible and for every question wrong, do a detailed analysis of why you picked the wrong answer to fix the wrinkles in your logical thinking.

If you're motivated, you'll do well, especially with a 163 diagnostic.